A Chandelier for the Master Bedroom

A few weeks ago, I shared this pic of the fixture that has been hanging above my bed for the past 20 years…to my dismay. This was one sad ceiling fan. It was made of some really awful fake wood, so shortly after we moved in, I painted it hoping I could make it “go away.” Didn’t work, I could still see it.

Well, it only took me 20 years but I have finally said good-bye to the ceiling fan and hello to a whole new look!

I found this chandelier several months ago at a local antique shop. I only paid $467.50 for it which isn’t bad for a chandelier this size. It cost $120 to have the arms tightened up, for two vintage crystals to replace two it was missing and to have it cleaned. David, the owner of the shop, Flourish,estimated the chandelier to be around 50 years old. He gave me good news saying the quality of the crystals was really excellent. That was great to hear since I was just going on instinct when I bought it. The repairs/cleaning put the cost of the chandelier at $587.50 which is awesome for a chandelier of this size. When I’ve been out antiquing, I’ve seen similar fixtures approaching the $2,000 range. Installation was $80…took a little over an hour and half to install. It’s installed with a dimmer switch so the lighting level can be easily adjusted.

I decided to not go with a medallion on the ceiling. I kept it simple with a silver canopy…

Here’s what it looked like underneath after the install. Actually, I’d already cleaned up a lot of the mess before I thought to take this pic. For the install, I laid a blanket on the matelasse and my installer and I went down to the basement and brought up my son’s old Brio board. Did your kids play with the Brio train sets? Years ago, we took a piece of plywood and painted areas of land and water on the board for the trains to travel over. Since my son is 26, this board hasn’t seen any use in many years. It gave a nice flat service on which to place the step ladder.

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Susan, the chandelier is just gorgeous. I love all the pretty crystals and such wonderful sparkle. Absolutely gorgeous. I would love to do away with the ceiling fan in our room, but with 120 degrees in the summer, the fan helps so much, so I guess it is there to stay. Hugs, Marty

It looks lovely, Susan! You don't need a medallion, the light makes a pretty reflection up there..DH was on a board on the bed yesterday too..we had roof damage in the storm and it leaked in our room…A big job!Hope you had a good weekend!

Hi Susan,That is gorgeous! It turned out better than I even imagined it would. Great job. How romantic to have a crystal chandy in your bedroom! Thanks for hosting again, hope you have a great week!XOHeidi – Heart and Home

Your chandelier is gorgeous…what a beautiful view you have from your bed!! I know you don't miss that old ceiling fan! This really completes your elegant bedroom. Enjoyed your post. Come by for a visit…I'm celebrating my first blog anniversary and having a Pottery Barn giveaway! Would love for you to drop by as you have been such an inspiration to me over the past year as I've learned so much from you!

I would love to join the flea market but I live too far away :{Your chandelier is so beautiful…I would not want to get out of bed…ever! I've had a chandelier in my masterbedroom for years and had to move it to my dining room here at the "Love Shack"…but that is okay…cause we get to look at it all day long…and it gets me out of bed…lol Have a great week, fondly, Roberta

Oh Susan, the chandy is the icing on the cake of your beautiful bedroom! Just gorgeous! I sure wish I could join in on the fun at A Classy Flea! Can't wait to see and hear all about it! Congrats to Rhoda! I was just at HG today and could have used a $50.00 gift certificate:):) XO, Pinky

Honey, that chandy was worth every single penny AND all the clean-up involved!! It is simply GORGEOUS!!! I ♥ it & am almost tempted to tell DH about it, but he already has you on his hit list. LOL "Tell her to go back to napping on that porch!" 🙂

susan, oh my, that chandelier is stunningly gorgeous! i am in love. i think it is well worth the price. you got a great deal. come visit and enter my pb giftcard giveaway (my first ever). thanks! http://www.barefeetonthedashboard.blogspot.com

this bedroom is amazing & the chandelier.i too, adore the picture taken from directly under the chandelier. beautiful. you could charge for tours of your home & porch, & i know people would be wrapped around the street to take the tour.

i'm linking up a cheap little gardening before/after secret of mine. i'm sure MANY use it, but i doubt many have blogged about it. 😉thanks for the party!kellie

Susan, I think the view from the bed is absolutely stunning! Beautiful job.I have just posted a minor metamorphosis for this week's party. Thanks so much for hosting. I look forward to viewing all of the before and afters.Cynthia

Your chandelier is beautiful! Makes me wish I had removed the one we put in the 1st house we built. Love the photo taken from underneath. I would never have guessed he stood on the bed w/ a ladder. I wouldn't be here today if I had tried that! I'm still not over that black piece of furniture @ the Queen of Hearts. I'm trying to figure how many trips to Atlanta I would have to make to fit it in my SUV! :O) I've picked out a couple pieces of transferware too. Congrats to Rhoda.

that looks so great. i don't think you need a medallian, let that beauty take center stage. it really takes it from like a cozy bedroom to a classy cozy bedroom. fingers crossed for the homegoods giveaway, too! thanks as always for this fun linky.

Congrats to Rhoda. I so enjoy her blog. Happy she is the winner!Your chandelier is fabulous. Sure is a totally different statement from the ceiling fan. 🙂 You have a beautiful bedroom. What a fun shot looking up.

Now don't be offended but I'm calling you the "other Susan". Susans abound in my family, I have an Aunt Susan, a sister-in-law Susan and my husband's cousin is married to a Susan. You can call me the "other Susan" and I won't be offended. I really like your new chandelier. It looks perfectly lovely over the four poster. I think we Susan's must be on a similar wave length because I have a four poster too and a mirror just like the one over your bed. The "other Susan" sister-in-law has the same four poster too. As a side note, my mother almost named me Cindy, but that would have made me the other Cindy, because that's my other sister-in-law's name. Thanks again for your lovely blog parties! We all enjoy them!!

Oh I just the the new chandelier. I've been wanting one for ages. I have the same bed as you. I actually called my husband over to look at your photos. He has to have a ceiling fan. Can I ask you how tall are your ceilings? I'm still working on him!Blessings…Sherry

Susan, when I first saw the chandelier hung, it literally took my breath away. I have never seen anything so grand. Words truly cannot do justice to it. I hope you enjoy it for a long time to come. You deserve it, lady. Jackie A HUGE Fan

Susan, your chandelier is over the top beautiful. You certainly found a great piece for a great price. You must be so proud of it.Would love to go to the Classy Flea if I lived closer. Sounds like a fun evening.Thanks again for hosting Met Monday. I have been inspired to do some things so I can post.

I absolutely ADORE your beautiful chandelier!!! You scored with this find! Thanks for having an awesome blog and for always being so gracious to ALL of us!! You're the best! If I didn't live over 2 hours away I would most definitely join y'all at A Classy Flea, but I know there will be lots and lots of pictures!!!

I have one of those ceiling fans in my dining area that I want to replace with a chandelier but haven't found one that I really love. Your chandelier is absolutely stunning and truly worth your 20 year wait.

I love the chandelier- I am looking for something new for our dining room. The one that I picked out while we were in construction is just too small. Thank you for hosting again this week, I really do appreciate it! 😀

What a difference! I love that chandelier, and yes, the price was very good for that size and style. It completely transformed your bedroom. How romantic! I bet it is lovely at night dimmed….Thanks for hosting MM. It's raining cats and dogs here so I plan on staying inside and viewing everyone of the 190 participants today! haha

I am in love with your chandy! My girlfriend just gave me her mothers's (she has 2) I am so excited to give it a little TLC! I originally thought it would go well in my guestroom but I'm thinking it may have to go into my hubby and I master after seeing yours 🙂 Take careKristin

Susan, the chandelier is gorgeous. It looks perfect in your bedroom. What a change! My husband seels alot of antiques and reproduction pieces and we think you did very well on the price! Good Hunting!! Wish I could go to the Classy Flea but unfortunately, NJ is not around the corner! I am sure you will have a blast:)

Love the chandelier! It looks really great in that space. I have a tiny one from Home Depot that I got for Christmas for my office and TOTALLY love it. Will try to wipe the drool off the keyboard after seeing your "real thing". 🙂 Thanks for sharing.

Hello sweet Susan – oh my, what an absolutely stunning chandy! I've never seen one so beautiful. I've been on the hunt for about a year now for a smaller one for my dining room, but can't seem to find anything in my area here. Might have to buy brand new. Yours looks amazing in your bedroom. Like it was meant to be the whole time!

Hey, Susan! Well, First of all, that ceiling fan looked nice to me anyway! 🙂 Second of all, from the pics of your bedroom, who cares what lighting you have, because your decorating is so gorgeous. God! Love your bed-skirt, pillows, etc. The colors are fabulous! Colors that I love! And, ok, Third: All right, your new chandelier IS gorgeous! I am sure that you are saying to yourself that it was worth the wait! And it is so beautiful it WAS worth the wait, in my opinion! Good thing you took your time to find the perfect thing you wanted. Enjoy it! As my mother always said: Use it in good heatlh!Best regards,Gloria

I am nervous to say "YES" for your evening at the Classy Attic, but I am going to try and come. That is the first weekend I am home from vacation, so I will have to play it by ear until that time. I hope I get to make it though!! If I can come down, I will definitely let you know beforehand so I can get some recommendations on a good hotel in the area for the night!

Wow, that chandelier is gorgeous! It looks so beautiful in your room! That was a really great deal!!! I bet it's nice to wake up in the morning and look up and see it! Crystal chandeliers just add so much elegance to a room!